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Don’t blame baby boomers for surging home prices: Trulia

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Baby boomers have no sway on the affordability of housing in major markets like San Francisco and New York City, according to a new study. Continue reading →

Affording a home mortgage hasn’t been this difficult since 2009

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And though still well below the historical average of 21.2 percent, the income-to-mortgage ratio has not been this high since 2009, in the wake of the financial crisis (leading up to it, the income-to-mortgage ratio spiked past 20 percent). Continue reading →

Returns on home-flipping fall to 4-year low

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In the second quarter of 2018, the average gross return-on-investment (ROI) for flipped homes was 44.3 percent, marking a 3.5 percent decline from the first quarter, and a 5.7 percent decline from this time last year. It’s also a major drop-off from th… Continue reading →

Inman Connect San Francisco: Agent Connect Video Recap

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An in-depth series of sessions and panel discussions revealing how top producing agents got to where they are today. Get actionable takeaways that you can implement now on everything from growing your book of business, to lead conversion, to choosing t… Continue reading →

Inman Connect San Francisco: Teams Track Video Recap

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Whether you are already part of team or looking to start, grow or join a team, this afternoon breakout track is for you. Take a look at the inner workings of some of the most successful real estate teams to see how they operate. Get tips on how to stru… Continue reading →

Inman Connect San Francisco: Broker Connect Video Recap

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Gain an understanding of how you can best position your brokerage for success in an industry where the word “disruption” is heard every day and the only constant is change. Learn how best to communicate value to your teams, grow your business through i… Continue reading →

Court declares anti-homeless ordinances ‘cruel and unusual’

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The ruling could impact cities across the western U.S. at a time when homes are becoming increasingly unaffordable and more and more people end up homeless. Continue reading →

Cher’s former Beverly Hills estate can be yours for $68M

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Cher’s former Beverly Hills estate is an 11-bedroom wonder full of arched windows, secluded garden paths and stone terraces. Continue reading →

Stevie Ray Vaughan’s childhood home sells for less than $160,000

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A house that just sold for less than $160,000 has a rich history — it’s the childhood home of legendary blues guitarist Stevie Ray Vaughan. Continue reading →